How Can I Find a Physics-Related Summer Internship Without a Degree?

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The discussion centers on seeking a summer internship in physics without a degree, while still completing a D.E.C. program in Quebec. The individual expresses uncertainty about what to expect and considers posting on Craigslist or contacting physics teachers for opportunities. Responses emphasize that it is quite late in the season to start looking for internships, suggesting that the search should have begun earlier in the year. There is a recognition of the challenges in finding opportunities at this late stage, particularly in Canada, with advice to be grateful for any work that may be found. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of early planning for internships and the difficulties faced when starting the search late.
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I'm looking for a summer internship but I don't really know what to expect. I don't have a degree, I'm still finishing my D.E.C (2 year science program in Quebec that comes inbetween grade 11 and uni) and I probably have the knowledge equivalent of a 1-2 semester-in undergraduate in the US. I'm interested in physics and I was thinking about taking the opportunity this summer to do something related to that. I was going to post something on craigslist and see if anything comes up. I could MIO one of my physics teachers but I have no idea if they are even involved in any kind of physics related work. I think CEGEP is somewhat similar to a community college in the US, except it's a required stage before uni.

Does anyone know of some kind of work or have any advice about what I could do to get some experience this summer? I apologize for coming off so naive, I'm just wondering about some different possible things I could do this summer.
 
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I know you're new to this, but...

You are very very late to be looking for a summer internship right now. Your search should have begun in February or March at the latest.

I am not as familiar with opportunities in Canada, so I don't think I can be of much help there. If you manage to find summer work of any sort I think you ought to be grateful. Sorry...
 
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I know you're new to this, but...

You are very very late to be looking for a summer internship right now. Your search should have begun in February or March at the latest.

I am not as familiar with opportunities in Canada, so I don't think I can be of much help there. If you manage to find summer work of any sort I think you ought to be grateful. Sorry...

Ya I had a feeling this was the case, I was just making sure I considered everything.
 
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